Item - 2012.PW17.16
Tracking Status
- This item was considered by Public Works and Infrastructure Committee on September 12, 2012. The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee has referred this item to an official or other body without making a decision. Consult the text of the decision for further information on the referral.
PW17.16 - Improving East Side Cycling Access to the Port Lands
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Referred
- Wards:
- All
Committee Decision
The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee referred the item to the Acting General Manager, Transportation Services, for a report to the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee
Origin
Summary
As cycling continues to grow as a convenient, efficient, and carbon neutral transportation option in the City, it is important that pathways and access points to our waterfront are designed to facilitate cycling. At present there is not a safe and convenient route to the Lower Don Recreation Trail for cyclists east of the Don River.
Introducing a cycling trail beginning at Sunlight Park Road and extending down the eastern side of the East Don Roadway would provide at-grade access to the Lower Don Recreation Trail and allow cyclists and people using mobility devices a safer entry point to the Port Lands and the wider waterfront. Much of this route would run on public lands minimizing costs to the City.
(Submitted to City Council on June 6 and 7, 2012 as MM24.6)
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2012/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-48674.pdf
Communications
Speakers
Motions
That the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee refer the item to the Acting General Manager, Transportation Services, for a report to the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee.